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FINDING SCHOLARSHIPS

Identity-Based Scholarship Series: Scholarships for Asian American Students

In a continuation of our series on identity-based scholarships, we’re highlighting scholarship resources for Asian American students.

Posted on April 30th, 2024 by Robyn Stewart, College Finance Consultant
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APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID

What if Your College Financial Aid Isn’t Enough?

<span style="line-height: 107%;">If a financial aid package isn&rsquo;t enough, prospective students and families can present new information to negotiate for additional funding.</span>

Posted on April 30th, 2024 by Shannon Vasconcelos, College Finance Consultant
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COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

Understanding Direct Admission: A Pathway to Success

Direct admission can provide a more predictable pathway to college than holistic admission, but what exactly is it? Let’s review the process and the pros and cons.

Posted on April 16th, 2024 by Landis Fryer, College Admissions Consultant
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COLLEGE LOAN ADVICE

How Much College Debt is Too Much?

With the average student loan debt around $29,000, it’s important to ask: how much debt is too much debt when it comes to education?

Posted on April 11th, 2024 by Michelle Smoley, College Finance Consultant
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Acceptance by Emi Nietfeld; Why You Should Fill out the FAFSA

Tune into Getting In: A College Coach Conversation for an insightful chat with author Emi Nietfeld about her book Acceptance.

Posted on April 10th, 2024 by Shannon Vasconcelos, College Finance Consultant
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COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

Community Colleges with Campus Housing

Did you know nearly a quarter of community colleges offer housing? If you’re exploring community colleges but really want to live on-campus, this post is for you!

Posted on April 9th, 2024 by Jan Combs, College Finance Consultant
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All about Community Colleges

Tune into Getting In: A College Coach Conversation to hear all about community colleges from admissions, educational, and financial points of view.

Posted on April 3rd, 2024 by Elizabeth Heaton, College Admissions Consultant
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COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

What is a Community-Based Organization?

Community-based organizations are nonprofits focused on creating equity in college access, and provide support in the college admission and financial aid process.

Posted on April 2nd, 2024 by Brian Swann, College Admissions Consultant
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COLLEGE LOAN ADVICE

What is a Federal Parent PLUS Loan?

The PLUS Loan is a federal loan that provides borrowers with protections not often found in the private loan market, including several repayment options.

Posted on March 28th, 2024 by Beth Feinberg Keenan, College Finance Consultant
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COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONSULTING

A Deep Dive on Union College

On this episode of Getting In we’ll learn all about Union College. We’ll hear from the VP of enrollment, the dean of engineering, and the director of financial aid.

Posted on March 27th, 2024 by Ian Brook Fisher, College Admissions Consultant

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